Kiandra is a place of constant change. NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service commissioned Welsh + Major with Myson Berkery to design and document the redevelopment of the group of buildings known as the Kiandra Courthouse and Chalet. Of national and state heritage significance, Kiandra has experienced dramatic change throughout its relatively short existence. It … Continued
Designed in early 1880’s the form of a Palladian city gate by Government Architect James Barnet, the building operated as a police station until 1974. After 35 years of varying uses and vacancy, Sydney Harbour Foreshore Authority engaged Welsh + Major to design adaptations and additions to enable the building to be used as a … Continued
One of seven terraces built circa 1845, this state heritage listed terrace is an example of the Georgian style in Sydney. The alterations to the terrace involved careful removal and reuse of material, experimenting with existing and recycled materials and elements, resulting in rich variation in surface form, colour and texture. This project was the … Continued
An idea began to take shape about how it would be great if this warehouse had one or two more rooms that could be used for multiple uses. The space left to explore any opportunities was a 3.3 metre wide airspace above an existing garage, which also served as the entry to their home. Having … Continued
The Cascades Female Factory, part of the Australian Convict Sites World Heritage Property, plays an important part in the history of female convicts in Australia. Our approach to the design of the new History and Interpretation Centre is all about storytelling – stories of over 8000 women and children who were interred at Cascades. Our design … Continued